Greater St. Louis Area Scouting
Summer Camp Quick Find
We are excited to offer all different types of camps throughout our 63-county footprint this summer!
Cub Scout Day & Twilight Camps (1st – 5th Graders)
Day Camps deliver 5 days of fun, safe, outdoor adventure for Scouts entering Tiger through Arrow of Light. With no overnights, flexible schedules, and locations at camps or close to home, it’s a week of friendship, discovery, and summer excitement. Check out our Day & Twilight Camps page to see our interactive map and find the camp closest to you!
With STEM activities, shooting sports, crafts, games, and more, Day Camp is that traditional camp excitement you are looking for with some modern fun added in! Day and Twilight camps are for Scouts and non-Scouts alike! Campers must be 7 years old (or 6 and entering the 1st grade in the Fall). All campers who are entering 1st grade in the Fall must be accompanied by an adult partner.
Have questions? The Day and Twilight Camp FAQ page should have the answers you are looking for!
Cub Scout Advancement Camps (1st – 5th Graders)
Advancement Camps are new, rank-specific experiences that help Scouts build skills and confidence while getting a head start on advancement. With age-appropriate formats and classic camp fun like archery, STEM, swimming, and games, these camps prepare Scouts for a great year ahead.
Tiger Advancement Camp
Tiger Advancement Camp is a one-day introduction to advancement-focused camping, designed to be experienced together by Tigers and their adult partners. Scouts attend camp from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the day. The day includes hands-on activities like archery, BB-guns, STEM exploration, and swimming, along with guided advancement work to help Tigers build confidence and momentum as they enter the new program year. Lunch is included.
Day camping experience for Tiger Scouts
Camp fees includes all meals, program supplies, and camp patch!
Cub Scout Advancement Camp -- Tigers / 1st Grade: Youth Fee - $30 Adult Fee - #30
Basic Camp Schedule
Coming Soon
Register Here for Tiger Advancement Camp
Wolf Advancement Camp
Wolf Advancement Camp is a two-day, one-night overnight camp that blends classic summer camp fun with focused advancement opportunities. Wolves will take part in activities such as archery, BB-guns, STEM, swimming, and outdoor games while working on adventures designed to support their advancement this fall. This camp includes three meals – breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Tuesday – and provides a supportive overnight experience that helps Scouts grow independence while still feeling comfortable and successful.
One night/Two day overnight camping experience for Wolf Scouts
Camp fees includes all meals, tenting (at Camp May), program supplies, and camp patch!
Cub Scout Advancement Camp -- Wolves / 2nd Grade: Youth Fee - $95 Adult Fee - $85
Basic Camp Schedule
Coming Soon
Sleeping Arrangements
Canvas Wall Tent
Walk right into this spacious tent that is set up on off-the-ground on wooden platforms. Each tent includes 2 cots. This option is only available at Camp May and Famous Eagle
Bring Your Own Tent
Do you like using your own tent? Go ahead and bring it to camp! This option is available at all camps.
Campsites
All campsites include a fire ring, pit latrine, picnic table and access to potable water.
Internet and Cell Phones
High Speed Internet is available at Camp May and Famous Eagle. Cell phone coverage can vary depending on carrier and location. If you have specific needs, please reach out to camping@stlbsa.org for more information.
Electricity
Electricity is not available in all campsites and is reserved for those with a medical need such as CPAP machines. Make sure to note such medical needs in your registration to notify the camp. Outlets to recharge devices are available at each camp in common areas such as the dining hall and camp office.
Register Here for Wolf Advancement Camp
Bear Advancement Camp
Bear Advancement Camp builds on the overnight experience with a two-day, one-night format that offers more time for both fun and advancement. Scouts will rotate through activities like archery, BB-guns, STEM, swimming, and campwide games while completing advancement-related requirements appropriate for Bears. The camp includes four meals – lunch and dinner on Wednesday, followed by breakfast and lunch on Thursday.
One night/Two day overnight camping experience for Bear Scouts
Camp fees includes all meals, tenting (at Camp May), program supplies, and camp patch!
Cub Scout Advancement Camp -- Bears / 3rd Grade: Youth Fee - $110 Adult Fee - $100
Basic Camp Schedule
Coming Soon
Sleeping Arrangements
Canvas Wall Tent
Walk right into this spacious tent that is set up on off-the-ground on wooden platforms. Each tent includes 2 cots. This option is only available at Camp May and Famous Eagle
Bring Your Own Tent
Do you like using your own tent? Go ahead and bring it to camp! This option is available at all camps.
Campsites
All campsites include a fire ring, pit latrine, picnic table and access to potable water.
Internet and Cell Phones
High Speed Internet is available at Camp May and Famous Eagle. Cell phone coverage can vary depending on carrier and location. If you have specific needs, please reach out to camping@stlbsa.org for more information.
Electricity
Electricity is not available in all campsites and is reserved for those with a medical need such as CPAP machines. Make sure to note such medical needs in your registration to notify the camp. Outlets to recharge devices are available at each camp in common areas such as the dining hall and camp office.
Register Here for Bear Advancement Camp
Webelos/Arrow of Light Scout Advancement Camp
Webelos Scouts and Arrow of Light (AOL) Scouts come together for this extended three-day, two-night camp that helps prepare older Cub Scouts for the transition to Scouts BSA. This camp places an even stronger emphasis on independence, teamwork, and leadership while keeping the program fun and engaging. Scouts will participate in archery, BB-guns, STEM challenges, swimming, and outdoor activities, all connected to advancement work that supports their final Cub Scout year(s). The camp includes five meals – breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Friday, plus breakfast and lunch on Saturday.
Two nights/Three day overnight camping experience for those entering 4th grade or 5th grade
Camp fees includes all meals, tenting (at Camp May), program supplies, and camp patch!
Cub Scout Advancement Camp -- Webelos and AOL Scouts / 4th and 5th Grades: Youth Fee - $185 Adult Fee - $175
Basic Camp Schedule
Coming Soon
Sleeping Arrangements
Canvas Wall Tent
Walk right into this spacious tent that is set up on off-the-ground on wooden platforms. Each tent includes 2 cots. This option is only available at Camp May and Famous Eagle
Bring Your Own Tent
Do you like using your own tent? Go ahead and bring it to camp! This option is available at all camps.
Campsites
All campsites include a fire ring, pit latrine, picnic table and access to potable water.
Internet and Cell Phones
High Speed Internet is available at Camp May and Famous Eagle. Cell phone coverage can vary depending on carrier and location. If you have specific needs, please reach out to camping@stlbsa.org for more information.
Electricity
Electricity is not available in all campsites and is reserved for those with a medical need such as CPAP machines. Make sure to note such medical needs in your registration to notify the camp. Outlets to recharge devices are available at each camp in common areas such as the dining hall and camp office.
Register Here for Webelos/Arrow of Light Scout Advancement Camp
Have Questions? Check out our Cub Scout Overnight Camp FAQ page HERE.
Scouts BSA and Venturing Overnight Camps (6th Grade and Up)
Experience the ultimate adventure at one of our traditional or specialty camps this summer!
Traditional Summer Camps
Camp Gamble Highlights
On the S-F Scout Ranch, Camp Gamble sits on the north shore of the 270+ acre Nims Lake.
- Traditional, patrol-method cooking dining style
- Shooting Sports!
- Aquatics featuring water skiing, motorboating, stand-up paddle boards, small boat sailing, and more!
- Huck's Cove Water Park!
- STEM badges including Welding!
- Rock Wall climbing & Challenge Course for Older Scouts!
CLICK HERE to learn more about S-F Scout Ranch!
2026 Session Dates
Session 1: June 14 - 20
Session 2: June 21 - 27
Session 3: July 5 - 11
Session 4: July 12 - 18
Register
Registration for 2026 Scouts BSA and Venturing Summer Camp is open! At this time, troops and crews may select the week, camp, and campsite they plan to attend. Please be prepared with an approximate number of youth and adults to enter while registering. These numbers can be adjusted later. Please do not inflate your numbers. You can always add more. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due at this time. Individual payments, campership applications (financial assistance), and merit badge registration will begin on January 5, 2026.
2026 Camp Gamble Leader Guide - Click HERE
Camp Famous Eagle Highlights
Home to Leadership Hall, a state-of-the-art dining hall facility, Camp Famous Eagle provides all of the great programs that the S-F Scout Ranch is known for. Campers will get to enjoy the 270+ acre Nims Lake, renowned for its water sport activities and great fishing. STEM activities, shooting sports, a tremendous 1st-year camper program, and game nights are just a few of the programs that Famous Eagle has to offer.
CLICK HERE to learn more about S-F Scout Ranch!
2026 Session Dates
Session 1: June 14 - 20
Session 2: June 21 - 27
Session 3: July 5 - 11
Session 4: July 12 - 18
Register
Registration for 2026 Scouts BSA and Venturing Summer Camp is open! At this time, troops and crews may select the week, camp, and campsite they plan to attend. Please be prepared with an approximate number of youth and adults to enter while registering. These numbers can be adjusted later. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due at this time. Individual payments, campership applications (financial assistance), and merit badge registration will begin on January 5, 2026.
2026 Leaders Guide - Click HERE
2026 Venturing Session Dates
Provisional spots for Scouts 14 + available - Supervision Provided!
June 14 - 20, 2026
June 28 - July 2, 2026
2026 Scouts BSA Week
For all Scouts BSA Troops!
June 21 - 27, 2026
Swift High Adventure Base Highlights
Every week at Swift includes more activities than you can possibly complete.
- Rock Climbing
- High Challenge Course
- Rapelling
- Low Challenge Course
- Swimming
- Sailing, SUPs, & Paddle Craft
- Equestrian Programs
- Mountain Bikes Course
- Mountain Boards, and more.
CLICK HERE to learn more about S-F Scout Ranch!
Register
Registration for 2026 Scouts BSA and Venturing Summer Camp is open! At this time, troops and crews may select the week, camp, and campsite they plan to attend. Please be prepared with an approximate number of youth and adults to enter while registering. These numbers can be adjusted later. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due at this time.
2026 Swift Venturing Leader Guide - HERE
2026 Swift Scouts BSA Leader Guide - HERE
Learn More About Venturing Summer Camp at Swift HERE
Want to see pictures and videos from summers past? Check out the Swift Base Facebook page HERE!
Rhodes France Highlights
Rhodes France Scout Reservation is a 640 acre camp in Central Illinois featuring 13 campsites, 2 lakes, and an outstanding shooting sports area. Other features of the camp include an inground swimming pool, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboards, a beautiful chapel, and a large campfire arena overlooking one of the lakes. Special programs offered include STEM related merit badges, NRA First Steps Pistol Program, a great First-Year Scout Program, and much more!
CLICK HERE to learn more about Rhodes France!
2026 Session Dates
Session 1: June 7 - 13
Session 2: June 14 - 20
Session 3: June 21 - 27
Register
Registration for 2026 Scouts BSA and Venturing Summer Camp is open! At this time, troops and crews may select the week, camp, and campsite they plan to attend. Please be prepared with an approximate number of youth and adults to enter while registering. These numbers can be adjusted later. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due at this time. Individual payments, campership applications (financial assistance), and merit badge registration will begin on January 5, 2026.
2026 Leaders Guide - Click HERE
Want to see pictures and videos from summers past? Check out the Rhodes France Scout Reservation Facebook page HERE!
Camp Lewallen Highlights
Camp Lewallen is nestled in the Ozark Plateau in the shadow of Mt. Logan. This beautiful, dining hall-style camp sits along the St. Francis River and includes programs like all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), shooting sports, a top-of-the-line rock climbing complex, river float trips, and STEM activities. Troops will also get to compete during the Wednesday Water Carnival and try their hand at cooking competitions!
CLICK HERE to learn more about Camp Lewallen!
2026 Session Dates
Session 1: June 14 - 20
Session 2: June 21 - 27
Session 3: July 5 - 11
Register
Registration for 2026 Scouts BSA and Venturing Summer Camp is open! At this time, troops and crews may select the week, camp, and campsite they plan to attend. Please be prepared with an approximate number of youth and adults to enter while registering. These numbers can be adjusted later. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due at this time. Individual payments, campership applications (financial assistance), and merit badge registration will begin on January 5, 2026.
2026 Summer Camp Leader Guide - Click HERE
Specialty Summer Camps
*Qualifies for Second Week Discount of $100!
2026 Program Dates
Session 1: June 14 - 19
Session 2: June 21 - 26
Session 3: July 5 - 10
Session 4: July 12-17
Ranger Program Highlights
"Rangers Rule The Ranch!" If your Scout is looking for a week packed with adventure, look no further.
The Ranger Program is a one-of-a-kind, week-long, back country camping adventure. Scouts spend the week backpacking to various outpost campsites across the 5,200+ acre S-F Scout Ranch.
Activities can include blacksmithing, challenge courses, wilderness survival skill practice, black powder rifle shooting, fishing, canoeing across the 270 acre Nims Lake, and much more!
Designed for youth age 14 or older, or in their 4th summer of camp, the Ranger Program is a great option as an additional week of camp. All leadership is provided so Scouts can attend on their own or with a group. The Ranger Program is also a great preparation opportunity for a trek at Philmont Scout Ranch.
*Qualifies for Second Week Discount of $100!
STEM Week Highlights
This camp is an extraordinary experience for Scouts full of many STEM based merit badges, new Skilled Trades merit badge track, and over-the-top activities.
Scouts will attend one merit badge (over to 60 to choose from!) or one NOVA activity class each day and may have the opportunity to work on other badges in the evening.
Afternoon and evenings will include other fun STEM programs and exhibits to experience (drones, 3D printing, things that go boom... you get the idea). If you want more in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and Skilled Trades, this is the week to be out at camp!
2026 Dates
Camp May - Beaumont Scout Reservation
July 19-25, 2026
What is NYLT?
NYLT is a six-day course that delivers training in a troop and patrol outdoor setting with an emphasis on immediate application of learning in a fun environment. Interconnecting concepts and work processes are introduced early, built upon, and aided by the use of memory aids, which allows participants to understand and employ the leadership skills much faster.
Why attend NYLT?
Through this week long outdoor training. Scouts grow and improve their leadership skills while following the guidelines of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Scouts earning the NYLT Shield are better prepared to interact with adult leaders and face the challenges and demands ahead.
2026 Summer Weeklong Courses
Course 1: June 7-13, 2026–Camp Sakima, S-F Scout Ranch -Registration
Course 2: June 21-27, 2026– Camp Sakima, S-F Scout Ranch-Registration-MALE ONLY
Course 3: July 12-18, 2026– Camp Sakima, S-F Scout Ranch-Registration
Register for Summer weeklong courses HERE.
2026 Weekend Course –
August 7-9, 2026 and August 14-16, 2026 – Beaumont Scout Reservation
(Both weekends must be attended to successfully complete the course)
Register for the Weekend Course HERE.
Learn more about the NYLT program HERE.
2026 Camp Dates
July 26 - August 1
Horse Camp Highlights
Spend a week at an intermediate riding camp cantering around the property and learning more about horses. There are many trails to be ridden, competitions/games to be played on horseback in the riding ring, and other activities to further your horsemanship along with a chance to show off your advanced skills in a Cavalcade at the end of the week. Other activities while at Horse Camp include swimming, rifle/shotgun shooting, climbing tower, ropes course, campfires, and much more.
Registration opens December 1, 2025!
All campers must be at least 14 and completed the 8th grade at the beginning of camp.
For safety reasons all campers must weigh under 230 pounds.
Maximum number of participants is 20. The Greater St. Louis Area Council Trail Guide Committee provides adult leadership for Horse Camp.
Registration for 2026 Horse Camp is now open! Join us this summer for an incredible camping experience. See you this summer!
For safety reasons, no one can ride who is over the maximum weight
limit of 230 pounds. Weight will be checked at camp. Rangers
and/or trail guides have the authority to restrict any person from
riding or other Horse Camp activities who may pose, in their
opinion, a safety risk to themselves, others, or the horses.
Here is an informational page for camp. Please click here.
STEM on CAMPus Highlights
STEM on CAMPus is a unique “camp” experience where Scouts BSA get a taste for college life! Sleep in the dorms, eat in the dining halls, and have fun each evening with a variety of activities including campus rec center nights! Scouts have the opportunity to earn up to 6 Merit Badges or NOVAs at each camp. Sign up for two camps and save!
Southeast Missouri State University - Cape Girardeau MO-May 31st-June 3rd, 2026
University of Missouri-St. Louis - St. Louis, MO-June 3rd – June 6th, 2026
Eastern Illinois University - Charleston, IL-June 7th – June 9th
